Nashra Sandhu and Eymaan Fatima were among the Pakistan players spotted wearing footwear from Virat Kohli’s One8 brand during the Women’s Asia Cup in Dubai.
Pakistan Women’s cricketers have attracted unexpected attention during the ongoing Women’s Asia Cup, with several players spotted wearing shoes from One8, the sportswear brand associated with former India captain Virat Kohli. The footwear was noticed during Pakistan’s match against Hong Kong at the Dubai International Stadium, creating a buzz on social media.
Left-arm spinner Nashra Sandhu and batter Eymaan Fatima were among the Pakistan players seen wearing One8 footwear. Images from the match circulated widely online, with fans quickly pointing out the connection between the brand and one of India’s most recognizable cricket personalities.
The attention came at an interesting moment for Sandhu in particular. While her footwear became a talking point away from the cricket, she was producing one of the most extraordinary bowling performances in Pakistan women’s cricket history on the field.
Sandhu finished the Hong Kong match with remarkable figures of six wickets for just seven runs. Her spell helped Pakistan dismiss Hong Kong for 71 and complete a comprehensive 72-run victory. The performance also helped Pakistan secure a place in the semi-finals of the tournament.
One8 is a sportswear label co-founded with Virat Kohli and includes footwear, apparel and other sporting products. The appearance of the shoes on Pakistan players therefore generated additional interest because of the historic cricket rivalry between Pakistan and India.
The players’ footwear, however, has not been presented as an official Pakistan Cricket Board endorsement or team sponsorship. The available reports focus on the players being spotted wearing the products and the resulting social-media reaction. There has been no confirmed report establishing that the footwear was part of an official commercial arrangement with the Pakistan team.
For Pakistan, the Asia Cup campaign remains focused primarily on the cricket. After suffering a heavy defeat against India, the team responded strongly against Hong Kong to reach the knockout stage. Sandhu’s record-breaking performance was the biggest talking point from that victory, while the One8 shoes became an unexpected story away from the scorecard.
The incident demonstrates how even small details surrounding international cricket matches can attract attention online. With Pakistan now preparing for the semi-final against Sri Lanka, the players will hope that the focus remains on their performances as they continue their pursuit of the Asia Cup title.
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